Dog friendly holiday parks in Scotland

Thurston Manor, Dunbar, East Lothian, Borders-Scotland

Type: Relax And Explore Weekly price range: £250 - £745

Pet friendly accommodation is available at Thurston Manor. Enviably situated in the heart of the picturesque East Lothian countryside in the grounds of a former Scottish country estate Thurston Manor offers the perfect base to explore this beautiful corner of Scotland. The park is located amongst 250 acres at the foot of the Lammermuir Hills and now offers an idyllic setting for a year round family holiday.

Walk for miles along glorious sandy beaches or visit many of the quaint historic coastal towns of Dunbar Eyemouth and Berwick which are all within easy reach of the park. For those looking for a little more hustle and bustle discover the delights of Edinburgh under an hour's drive away ideal for couples and families looking to combine a relaxing country break with a 'big city' day out.

A superb choice of accommodation from luxurious lodges to top quality caravans access to a first class leisure club with indoor heated swimming pool and family entertainment Thurston Manor provides the perfect choice for the whole family.

• Indoor heated pool
• Gym
• Pool*
• Fishing*
• Sauna and Jacuzzi
• Steam room and solarium*
• Weekend family entertainment
• Lounge bar and family room
• Restaurant
• Takeaway
• Amusements*
• Children's play area
• Shop
• Launderette*

Phone enquiries: 0345 498 6152

St Cyrus Park, Montrose, Angus, East Scotland

Type: Peace And Quiet Weekly price range: £215 - £363

Pet friendly accommodation is available at St Cyrus Park. Superbly located between the thriving city of Aberdeen and traditional fishing town of Montrose these holiday homes are set amidst beautifully landscaped gardens boasting scenic views accross the countryside and coast. Enjoy plenty of fresh air while you stroll along miles of unspoilt sandy beaches and dramamtic coastline dotted with welcoming picturesque little fishing villages. Further north you have a wealth of wonders to explore within the breathtaking landscape of the Scottish Highlands.

The park is ideal for both families and couples looking to get away to relax amidst stunning scenery. If you're seeking a more active break you are surrounded by an abundance of activities in the local area such as fishing golf and cycling.

Phone enquiries: 0345 498 6152

Luce Bay Holiday Park, Newton Stewart, Wigtownshire, South West Scotland

Type: Peace And Quiet Weekly price range: £210 - £630

Pet friendly accommodation is available at Luce Bay Holiday Park. Enjoying a truly unique and peaceful setting adjacent to the beach below Sinniness Point this park offers a paradise to those seeking an away from it all holiday.

Luce Bay offers superb fishing and safe swimming – warmed by the Gulf stream. There is a shop (Apr 1–Oct 31) a children's play area and the third oldest inn in Scotland is just 50 yds from the entrance to the park.

Panoramic views of the Mull of Galloway and the Isle of Man combine to make this an unforgettable holiday location. This is an ideal location for golfers with four courses within 20 miles and Turnberry only an hour's drive.

Phone enquiries: 0345 498 6152

Strathyre Forest, Callander, Perthshire, Central Scotland

Type: Peace And Quiet Weekly price range: £240 - £1430

Pet friendly accommodation is available at Strathyre Forest. Located among the scenic lochs and mountains of the Trossachs this beautiful setting is overlooked by the majestic Ben Ledi which provides a stunning backdrop to the lodges which are all nestled between the heart of the forest and the banks of Loch Lubnaig. Breathtaking views abound the area is a paradise for lovers of nature and those looking for complete relaxation from the stresses of modern day life. Only 39 miles from Glasgow the lodges are ideal for short breaks. For lovers of watersports there is an abundance of activities within close proximity of the park making this the ideal location for romantic breaks and active family holidays.

• Children's play area
• Launderette*
• Mountain bike and canoe hire*

Phone enquiries: 0345 498 6152

Great Glen Water Park, Kinlochlochy, Inverness shire, Highlands Scotland

Type: Relax And Explore Weekly price range: £163 - £1499

Pet friendly accommodation is available at Great Glen Water Park. Surrounded by magnificent scenery on the shores of Loch Oich and Loch Lochy with the wooded hills of the Great Glen behind this park offers an excellent variety of watersports and land based activities together with the comfort and convenience of holiday lodges many of which have been refurbished for 2010. (Loch Oich Premier Loch View Premier and Struan Cottage)

There is lots to do for all your family at any time of the year with the facilities provided by the licenced activity centre and the wide range of outdoor pursuits available locally. Great Glen is open all year round – and the scenes and activities make for a perfect destination whatever the season. There is good local skiing (from beginners to advanced) on Aonach Mor ski resort nearby.

• Indoor heated swimming pool
• Half size tennis court
• Table tennis*
• Canoeing & Kayaking*
• Gorge walking*
• Cro-Kick*
• Disc golf*
• Short mat bowls*
• Petanque*
• Snorkelling* and WaterWalkerz*
• White water rafting*
• Fencing*
• Archery*
• 4x4 driving*
• Clay pigeon shooting*
• Mountain biking*
• Quad biking*
• Paintball*
• Salmon and trout fishing
• FUNdamentals* (gymnastics for under 6s)
• Sauna Solarium* and Jacuzzi
• Bar restaurant and coffee shop
• Games room
• Children's play area

Phone enquiries: 0345 498 6152

Kiltarlity Lodges, Beauly, Inverness shire, Highlands Scotland

Type: Relax And Explore Weekly price range: £186 - £597

Pet friendly accommodation is available at Kiltarlity Lodges. Nestling among birch trees on a hillside near Loch Ness Kiltarlity Lodges offers a relaxing holiday base. Hill and forest walking fishing golf pony-trekking and Loch Ness boat trips are all on your doorstep.

Excellent touring opportunities include dolphin-spotting in the Moray Firth ancient castles spectacular mountain scenery and lively pubs and restaurants featuring local produce. Inverness is 14 miles away.

• Indoor heated swimming pool
• Tennis court
• Games room – table tennis pool table*
• Children's play area
• Games room – children's games
• Launderette*

Phone enquiries: 0345 498 6152

Nairn Lochloy, Nairn Highlands, Morayshire, East Scotland

Type: Lively And Leisurely Weekly price range: £189 - £709

Pet friendly accommodation is available at Nairn Lochloy. Nestling between sand dunes a beautiful marina and a championship golf course this superbly located park offers the perfect base for a relaxing family holiday in the heart of the Scottish Highlands.

Set on the stunning Moray Firth coast – home to schools of dolphins – the small town of Nairn has long enjoyed popularity as a favoured holiday destination for families.

Back at the park there's something to keep everyone amused with an indoor heated pool spa bath sauna crazy golf and all the fun and games on hand for children with Maxi and his friends. A restaurant and bar overlooking the marina offer the ideal way to start the evening before enjoying the fabulous family entertainment on offer every night.

• Indoor swimming pool with spa bath
• Pool table*
• Drifter's family entertainment suite
• Treetops Tots (under 4s)
• Treetops Grove featuring Maxi and Milli (4–10s)
• Freestyle Club (10–15s)
• Sauna and solarium*
• Spelding's Restaurant and Lounge Bar with heated patio and Sky Sports
• Fish 'n' Chip takeaway
• Wi-Fi access ( in designated areas)
• Amusements*
• Crazy golf*
• Children's play area
• Nature trail
• Mini supermarket
• Launderette*

Phone enquiries: 0345 498 6152

Angecroft Park, Ettrick Valley Nr Hawick, Selkirkshire, Borders-Scotland

Type: Peace And Quiet Weekly price range: £175 - £515

Pet friendly accommodation is available at Angecroft Park. Ideally placed for exploring the Borders this picturesque park is set in beautiful countryside and offers you spectacular views across the hills and vales of Selkirkshire.

The surrounding area is a paradise for nature lovers and the famous fishing and walking spots of the Border region are also close at hand. A shop and launderette* are available all year round. *Charges apply.

Phone enquiries: 0345 498 6152

Lochgoilhead Lodges, Lochgoilhead, Argyll, West Scotland

Type: Relax And Explore Weekly price range: £215 - £930

Pet friendly accommodation is available at Lochgoilhead Lodges. At Lochgoilhead attached to the impressive Drimsynie House Hotel enjoy a range of outdoor and all weather activities second to none in the west of Scotland. Set in the midst of the Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park backed by mountains and overlooking Loch Goil it offers you an ideal base for touring the Western Highlands.

Pony trekking and a tennis court are all available in the village just a mile away. There is free fishing on Loch Goil or Drimsynie's own two hill lochs (permits also available for River Goil).

During the main holiday periods you can enjoy a mid week disco/karaoke night. There is a Saturday night dinner dance throughout the year (except July and August).

The 9 hole scenic golf course at Loch Goil starts outside the leisure centre and runs along the shores of the loch.

A superb area for walks ranging from easy loch side and forest walks to more challenging treks in the nearby Arrochar Alps including a number of peaks over 3000ft. Conveniently accessible are a number of marked forest trails.

Argyll has a wealth of visitor attractions including castles parks gardens and picturesque villages.

• Lochside setting
• Beauty treatments* and hairdresser*
• Family entertainment
• Function room lounge bar library bar
• Two restaurants dinner dance* in the Drimsynie House Hotel
• Outdoor and Indoor*# children's play areas
• Video machines*
• Internet access*
• Same day serviced laundry*
• Shop

Phone enquiries: 0345 498 6152

Loch Awe Holiday Park, Taynuilt, Argyll, West Scotland

Type: Relax And Explore Weekly price range: £210 - £510

Pet friendly accommodation is available at Loch Awe Holiday Park. Situated just 14 miles from Oban Loch Awe Holiday Park is ideally located for exploring the many delights this picturesque area has to offer. Glencoe Fort William Inverary and the Mull of Kintyre are all within easy reach and make great days out while taking in the breathtaking scenery. For those looking for an energetic day out there are various opportunities for climbing golf and pony trekking if you're looking for a more relaxing break there are numerous walks river and sea fishing.

• Seasonal Cafe/restaurant
• Spar shop

Phone enquiries: 0345 498 6152